On the 15th of each month, for nearly 15 years, Michael Swaine, a college art professor in Northern California, wheels his old fashioned sewing machine into one of the toughest and poorest neighborhoods in San Francisco.

Why would he ever do this you may ask? His only purpose is to help others, many of them who are poor or homeless, by sewing their ripped clothes for free.

Michael’s kind actions have made him many friends in the community. And his caring has inspired many of the residents.

Michael’s efforts are a great example of doing something positive, right now, with whatever talent you have. He is a living example of a famous quote once said by Theodore Roosevelt: “Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.”